Atty. James Morton Whitton

Atty. James Morton Whitton

Mr. James Morton Whitton is a lawyer practicing school law, commercial real estate law, employment law.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About James Morton Whitton at a glance

James Morton Whitton is a employment, real estate, commercial re, and education attorney based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Brackett & Ellis, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Texas (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1979). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1979) and University of Texas (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tarrant County Bar Association State Bar of Texas (Member, Executive Council, School Law Section) Texas Association of School Boards Council of School Attorneys National School Boards Association Council of School Attorneys. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Morton Whitton is a lawyer practicing school law, commercial real estate law, employment law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Brackett & Ellis, P.C. in Fort Worth, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James Morton Whitton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Morton Whitton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Morton Whitton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Worth are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Morton Whitton

Where is James Morton Whitton's law office located?
James Morton Whitton's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Brackett & Ellis, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Morton Whitton handle?
James Morton Whitton focuses on employment, real estate, commercial re, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James Morton Whitton practiced law?
James Morton Whitton has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Morton Whitton go to law school?
James Morton Whitton earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Morton Whitton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Morton Whitton received?
James Morton Whitton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1979
B.A.
University of Texas
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1979

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